Liz Jones's Diary

Liz and Nic were recording this week’s episode when they heard the sad news of Her Majesty, The Queen’s passing. The pair share their thoughts on her life and legacy. And Liz reveals what happened after her sudden departure from her date with the Rock Star. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz and Nic have been listening to Meghan Markle’s new podcast, and they think they could give the Duchess a few tips (more bickering for a start!). Nic might have found the solution to her recent illness and Liz has been reading relationship advice, but it didn’t help on her most recent ‘date’ with the Rock Star. Plus the pair look back at the time took her ex-husband to New York AFTER their brea...

Liz and Nic have been inspired by Deborah James’s book, How to Live, and are trying to be more positive. Liz has a meeting with her book publisher and has been to see a new house - but is she ready to start again? It’s all making Liz think about getting older, so of course this week’s archive is on the day she dressed up as the Queen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz is finally going to see the Rock Star perform, and Nic has been to see a rockstar of her own… The pair have been watching 'Marriage' on the BBC - and Liz thinks it’s too close to her own life. Liz looks back at her wedding day, and wishes she’s spent less, or not bothered at all… and a reader’s been in touch from Tuscany - Liz and Nic are a bit jealous! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Liz has got a text from a rock star - and it’s not the usual one! Nic’s mum has been unwell, but they've both made the best of a bad situation, and a reader's been in touch with some hot celebrity gossip. Plus, Liz is remembering her talented brother, Nick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A reader’s been in touch with some ‘helpful’ suggestions for Liz, and Nic’s been trying to scare herself. Gracie the collie's been a bit under the weather and Liz thinks it’s all the change going on in her life - it’s not good for either of them. Plus, the pair have received some embarrassing date stories from readers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz has been watching the Lionesses and has developed a surprising crush on one of the commentators. Meanwhile, Nic has been to see a new play staring Jodie Comer, and it’s brought up somethings from her past. Liz had an embarrassing moment on her recent date with the Rock Star, and now feels a new affinity to Gracie the Collie. Plus, the pair look back at Liz’s worst date ever! See omnystudio.com...

This week’s themes are breakup songs and Liz hates everybody. She and Nic discuss the books they’ve been reading this week. Nic recounts a traumatic experience from when she was a young girl and Liz realises she actually feels quite sorry for Meghan Markle. Plus, a listener thinks Liz should keep her philanderous escapades out of the ears of impressionable women. Click the link below to sponsor Ni...

Liz is recording this week’s podcast in a bikini because it’s so hot, and Nic has some tips for keeping pets cool in the heat. Liz has been preparing for David’s visit to the Dales (her to-do list includes buying white pepper and getting an extreme wax) but David has other ideas. Plus, a reader has some advice for Nic, don’t give up the day job! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz and Nic have been watching events in Downing Street, and Liz is half expecting Boris to launch into the speech from Love Actually. The pair welcome new listeners with a Podcast Glossary, and remembers the time she made Jeremy Hunt blush. Plus, Liz is at it again, with two men on the go at once! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Liz has decided to be more Gemma (from Love Island) and demand the respect she deserves, while Nic is finding happiness in the small things. The pair look back to the time Liz went to Glastonbury, and wonder if anyone is really enjoying it, or just pretending. Plus, a listener is questioning if Liz has really only had three and a half men in her life, or is missing a few off the list… Se...

Liz and Nic have been to the cinema to see the new George Michael documentary, but when Nic showed up late and no-one got Liz’s ‘Annie Hall’ reference, Liz wasn’t impressed. David and Liz have been ‘vex-ting’ (that’s texting whilst vexed) but might it be for the final time? And lots of listeners have been in touch with advice, ranging from hair loss to why Liz really shouldn’t be using bath oils…...

Nic’s been to see Ed Sheeran in concert, and the older ladies in the crowd were having A LOT more fun than the youngsters. The pair discuss the benefits of ageing (namely no longer caring what other people think), and Liz is waiting to hear back from the Rock Star after their dinner in the Dales. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz and Nic have been watching Love Island, and it’s inspired them to rank their top three men ever. The Jubilee celebrations reminded Liz of a time she met a world-famous opera singer, and gave her another glimpse of her muse, Meghan. Plus, Liz finally got to lunch with the rockstar, but it didn’t quite go to plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz and Nic are getting into the Jubilee spirit, but Liz is only excited about catching a glimpse of Meghan through the window. The pair discuss authors who get embarrassed writing sex scenes, and look back at when Liz became a mother for a day… she lost the baby and treated the 8 year old like her husband. Plus, Liz’s girl friend has come to stay, and Liz is just glad to be spending...

There a cheekbones theme to this week’s podcast with Liz lusting after Morten Harket and Jonny Depp… but Nic is more interested in Tom Cruise after watching the new Top Gun. Liz is contemplating marriage as a solution to her house problem, but then she remembers she’s Lizzie Jones, not Bennet. And Nic has had some lovely letters from readers about her beloved dog, Charlie. See o...

This week, Liz expresses her frustration with self-indulgent youth and Nic opens up about the recent loss of her fluffy companion. The couple are both feeling quite old as they reflect on this month's edition of Vogue which has Kate Moss's daughter on the cover. Also, a look back on the time Lynn Barber did a profile on Liz for the Sunday Times magazine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

This week, Liz prepares her body with a fake tan for a music festival, where she suspects she might be a place-holder for a former star who needs a plus one. The couple discuss the many things Liz has in common with a certain high-profile defendant. Also, a look back at the inside of a ‘modest’ football WAG’s luxurious lifestyle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

This week, Liz is ‘having the time of her life’ and Nic can’t stop thinking about Patrick Swayze. Some bad news Liz hoped she’d avoided has just landed, and the pair look back at Liz’s first home (complete with Laura Ashley wallpaper). Plus, a reader helps put things in perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz and Nic have a few thoughts on Angela Rayner and leg-gate. Liz is bringing back Joans Moans, and her sights are set on jobsworths. Plus, Liz has returned to Pineapple studios, and it’s bringing back some memories, both good and bad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz finally has some good news this week. In honour of getting approved for a mortgage, she looks back at her life through the lens of her various London properties. The pair also wonder when ‘victim’ became a dirty word. Plus, Liz reflects on the impact her pets have left on her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s all about confidence this week for Liz and Nic. Liz has been reading a new book, Confidence Culture, and it’s made her realise she was never bold enough to get what she wanted in life. The pair look back at the hardest column Liz has ever had to write, and Nic has set herself a new challenge for the week ahead. Plus, readers had a strong reaction to last week’s column, but L...

Liz has decided to be brave, and find out what her ex-husband’s been writing about their sex life in a national newspaper. Naturally, she has a thing or two to say about it. The pair wonder why men are only happy in a relationship when they're getting their own way, and Nic has an update on the fundraising for Ukrainian animals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liz and Nic are celebrating Gracie’s birthday - but wonder whether they should be counting her age in ruined sofas rather than years. The pair discuss *that* slap at the Oscars and Liz has had a rude awakening from a certain man. Plus, Liz has some wedding advice for a listener. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martin has given Nic a Valentine's present... just a pity it was Covid-19. Liz and Nic are talking breast augmentation - and how Liz got through an entire marriage without taking her top off. Meanwhile, Liz is talking about mother's day - and why her Mum's life put her off having children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.